Analysis Quote by Rollo May
“Existential psychotherapy is the movement which, although standing on one side on the scientific analysis owed chiefly to the genius of Freud , also brings back into the picture the understanding of man on the deeper and broader level man as the being who is human. It is based on the assumption that it is possible to have a science of man which does not fragmentize man and destroy his humanity at the same moment as it studies him. It unites science and ontology .”
About This Quote
Source Book: Existential Psychotherapy by Rollo May, 1961
The quote argues for a holistic science of humanity that integrates scientific analysis with deep ontological understanding, avoiding reductionism that strips humanity.
In simple terms: Combine science with deep human understanding.
Key Takeaway
Seek integrative approaches.
Themes
humanity
science
ontology
psychology
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy practice
- academic research
- policy design
- education curricula
- personal development
Key Concepts
existentialism
holistic science
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can science respect human depth?
- What risks arise from fragmenting humanity?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical constraints of interdisciplinary work.
